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Here's how to Build an app for diagnosing car problems.

i. Here are the general steps to connect your smartphone to an OBD-II scanner:

1. Download an OBD-II scanning app on your smartphone such as Torque, DashCommand, or ScanMaster.

2. Enable Bluetooth on your smartphone. This is required for connecting to the scanner.

3. Plug the OBD-II scanner into the diagnostic port of your car, usually located under the steering wheel near your knees.

4. Turn the car ignition to the "ON" position but do not start the engine. This powers the OBD port.

5. Open the app on your phone and go to the Bluetooth settings. Start scanning for Bluetooth devices.

6. Look for the name of your OBD scanner in the list of found devices. Select it to pair.

7. If a PIN is required, enter the PIN code that came with your scanner (often 0000 or 1234).

8. Once paired, return to the app. It should now connect to the scanner and be ready to read diagnostic data.

9. Select desired functions in the app such as reading error codes, sensor data, or running tests.

10. When finished, unpair the devices and disconnect the scanner from the car's OBD-II port.

The process may vary slightly between apps and scanners but generally involves pairing over Bluetooth. Consult your scanner's documentation for model-specific steps. Enjoy the valuable vehicle insights!

ii. Here are some typical car maintenance tasks to perform by season:

Spring:

- Inspect battery, cables, terminals - Cold weather is hard on batteries

- Rotate tires - Important as winter tires wear unevenly

- Change engine oil and filter - Get fresh oil after winter sludge

- Check brake pads, rotors - Look for winter wear

- Detail interior - Clean salt, grime, and sand left from winter

- Check windshield wipers - Replace blades if cracked or worn

Summer:

- Check A/C system - Recharge refrigerant if needed

- Clean evaporator drain - Prevent clogged AC drainage

- Inspect cooling system - Flush and refill coolant/antifreeze

- Check tire inflation - Heat causes tire pressure to increase

- Check engine belts and hoses - Replace cracks, frays, bulges

Fall:

- Switch to winter tires - Before cold temps arrive

- Replace air filter - Clean leaves and debris

- Check suspension - Inspect shocks and struts before snow

- Change to winter wiper blades - Choose blades resistant to snow

- Check battery and charging system - Test for weak cranking power

- Inspect lights - Repair any burnt out bulbs

Doing proper seasonal maintenance greatly extends the life of your vehicle and prevents major issues from developing.

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